Texas Travel Guide, Sightseeing, Hotels, Restuarants

6th Edition. Moon Publications. 432 pages. As a longtime Austin resident and writer for the Texas Historical Commission, Andy Rhodes knows the best ways to experience the Lone Star State. As the saying goes, "everything is bigger in Texas," and Andy includes a colossal amount of sights and activities, from catching up-and-coming indie bands at Austin's South by Southwest music festival to taking in the rugged beauty of Big Bend National Park. Andy also offers unique trip strategies that help travelers plan trips according to their interests, such as "Texas Food," an exploration of Southern cooking and Tex-Mex, and an "Overlooked Natural Wonders" tour. With detailed information on surfing and fishing on the Gulf Coast, exploring museums in Dallas, and checking out Cadillac Ranch, Moon Texas gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience.

Drives, Day Trips, and Weekend Excursions. NTC Publishing Group. 144 pages. Size 5?"x8?". Includes black and white illustrations. Ramble through Texas' rural heartland on 10 weekend tours that follow winding back roads and lead to an endless variety of country attractions.

Country Roads Press. 180 pages. Size 5?"x8?". Includes black and white illustrations. Highlights more than 50 unspoiled state and national parks, forests, and reserves, and includes all the information needed to enjoy these national treasures.

Globe Pequot Press. Discover hidden gems and secret places in Texas. Knowledgeably written and extensively researched, this guide takes the focus off mainstream tourist attractions and shines the spotlight squarely on the offbeat and unique. With a lively, user-friendly interior design and "fact blocks" stuffed with at-a-glance practical information, including dining, lodging, Web sites, and insider tips, this is the ultimate guide for those looking to capture the heart and soul of a destination.

8th Edition. Frommer Publications. 352 pages. A complete guide to two of Texas's most diverse and exciting cities. Shows visitors how to have a great time in San Antonio, a multicultural city with a rich history (the Alamo) and lots of contemporary attractions (including over forty golf courses) Reveals San Antonio's most memorable experiences--from a stroll along the San Antonio River to a mariachi mass at Mission San Jose--and offers intriguing side trips to the Texas Hill Country Takes visitors to the best of Austin, the "Live Music Capital of the World," with more than 200 music clubs Explains how to make an Austin visit unforgettable, from visiting the state capital and LBJ Library to listening to blues at Antone's, hiking and biking in city parks, and watching the bats at Congress Avenue Bridge.

2nd Edition. Moon Publications. 300 pages. Justin Marler's first Austin experience was performing with his band at the famed venue Emo's. Since then, Marler has lived and worked in the city, and now he offers his insider perspective to travelers interested in exploring The Live Music Capital of the World. Marler includes details on the best local musicians and venues, the city's famous independent music festival South By Southwest, outdoor recreation options ranging from rock climbing to disc golf, and historic sights in nearby San Antonio. He also provides unique insight into Austin's cuisine, dividing the "Food" section into subsets like "American and Diners," "Tex-Mex and Southwestern," and "Healthy and Vegetarian." With Marler at the wheel, Moon Austin, San Antonio & The Hill Country gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience.

Globe Pequot Press. 208 pages. Size 5?"x8?". Includes 5 maps. Features: Suggested age range, address, phone numbers, hours, season of operation, and admission cost; highlighted free attractions for the budget-minded; icons for at-a-glance descriptions of destinations; listings at the end of each section for kid-friendly accommodations and restaurants; sidebars for making travel with children easier; all written in a humorous manner, and expressed in an honest opinionated style.